Bluffton Public Library is the place to be in May, as the library calendar is full of programs. Here's a brief overview.

For a complete schedule, click here.

The library’s Sci-Fi/Fantasy Writer’s Group continues May 5 at 6 p.m. If you are working on writing in this genre, or are seriously interested in doing so, you are invited to join this group.  Registration is required and space is limited.  Email [email protected] for more information.

Playgroup, a program for infants, babies, and toddlers, will continue May 6 and 20 at 10 a.m.  Make a play date and the library will provide the space and toys. (Registration is not required for this month’s Playgroup sessions.)

Paws 2 Read! continues in May on the 7th and 21st, both at 10 a.m. Teddy loves hearing stories or just getting a friendly cuddle. This program supports literacy, the humane treatment of animals, and healthy stress relief practices.

Pick up some books you don’t have to return at the Friends of the Library Book Sale.

The sale begins on May 11 and ends on the 14th.  Times are scheduled as follows: Wed. (5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.), Thurs. (9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.), Fri. (9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.), and Sat. (9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.) Have a free cup of coffee and a cookie (or two) to enjoy while you browse!

Mark your calendars for the first two sessions of The Golden Fleece Yarn Group May 12 and 26 at 6 p.m. What is this new group? It's a place where needle crafters of all techniques and levels can gather to learn new techniques, share wisdom, and be supportive of one another! 

Doug Adams will present “Peace, Love, and the Power of Song” on Monday, May 16. at 6 p.m. on BPL's main floor. Bring a friend and attend this free musical event.

Janette Reineke, returns on Thursday May 19, at 6 p.m. for a session on Creating Pinchpots. This program is open to adults only.  Registration is required by May 12, and a $10 supply fee will be due upon registration (cash only please, nonrefundable after May 13).

An optional second session will be held on Saturday, May 21 at 10 a.m. where participants will paint their creations. A $5 supply fee will be collected at the session.

Join the library for a End-Of-School event on May 27th at 3 p.m. as we screen Star Wars: The Force Awakens (PG-13). Permission forms are required for patrons under 18 (available at front desk and youth services desk) and children under the age of 8 will need to have a guardian (14+) with them. This event is open to families and no registration is required.      

In May, the library will display library materials and local resources for Mental Health Awareness Month in conjunction with The Mental Health & Recovery Services Board of Allen, Auglaize, & Hardin County.

The library will also hold a display of arrowheads from local author Lloyd Harnishfeger.​